CoreNet Chicago

May 5 & 19, 2009

Reconciling the traditional world of corporate real estate with the fast-paced, online social networking environment can be a real challenge, particularly as we all face increased economic pressures. At this small-group hands-on educational event, our expert facilitators and panelists will explore the confluence of corporate real estate, today's business challenges, and the opportunities presented by social media environments including LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook. These two educational events will help you take your corporate real estate social networking skills to the next level, no matter what your current level of expertise.

Both evenings include:

• Expert panel discussions

• Facilitated hands-on, small-group live, online demonstrations

• Optional in-person networking and cocktails

Panelists Include:

• Adam Meek, DLA Piper

• Margy Sweeney, BlissPR

• Anna Marie Buchmann, PhD, RHR International

• Andy Swindler, Astek Consulting

Part Two will build on concepts introduced in Part One, but participants are welcome to sign up for either or both.

May 5 & 19, 2009

Reconciling the traditional world of corporate real estate with the fast-paced, online social networking environment can be a real challenge, particularly as we all face increased economic pressures. At this small-group hands-on educational event, our expert facilitators and panelists will explore the confluence of corporate real estate, today's business challenges, and the opportunities presented by social media environments including LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook. These two educational events will help you take your corporate real estate social networking skills to the next level, no matter what your current level of expertise.

Both evenings include:

• Expert panel discussions

• Facilitated hands-on, small-group live, online demonstrations

• Optional in-person networking and cocktails

Panelists Include:

• Adam Meek, DLA Piper

• Margy Sweeney, BlissPR

• Anna Marie Buchmann, PhD, RHR International

• Andy Swindler, Astek Consulting

Part Two will build on concepts introduced in Part One, but participants are welcome to sign up for either or both.

April 16, 2009

Physical location plays a critical factor in overall business survival. Today's business climate has global, regional and local communities rethinking what attributes and incentives can not only be promised but delivered.

Key Learning Points:

• Economic developer as a valued partner

• Stimulus package dollars impact on business growth and job creation

• Regionalization: Public / Private Partnerships

• New drivers on investment trends

Speakers:

• Bob Hess, NKF Consulting

• Eric Hochstein, Ontario Ministry of International Trade and Investment

• Tom Bartkowski, World Business Chicago

March 12, 2009

Learn from case studies on developing, planning and executing change programs associated with workplace and real estate initiatives. You will be given tools that can be implemented immediately.

Key Learning points:

• Introduction of the ADKAR model (Awareness, Desire, Knowledge, Action, Reinforcement)

• Understanding the social and psychological aspects of change

• Case Study: Capital One's Plano People Center

Speaker:

Ed Buckley SLCR, Camberne Developments LLC

February 12, 2009

For every successful mobility program, there are 10 failures. We're bringing you the details on real time company case studies of program successes and failures.

The economic downturn is the perfect time to get aggressive.

Key Learning points:

• Immediate restructuring P&L benefits

• Space efficiency impact for your bottom line

• Impact on your balance sheet

Speaker:

• Daniel Cooke, Managing Director and Vice President, Global Real Estate and Support Services, BearingPoint Management & Technology Consultants

January 8, 2009    

Ring in the New Year with our highly anticipated 2009 Economic Outlook. We're bringing back The Feds to shed insight on today's volatile issues - the roller coaster NASDAQ, implications of the bailout and the upcoming Obama New Deal.

Speakers:

Bill Strauss, Senior Economist & Economic Advisor, Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago

Rick Mattoon, Senior Economist & Economic Advisor, Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago

November 13, 2008

Just one week after the elections, our topic couldn't be more timely. Join us for one of the year's most anticipated programs.

Speakers:

• Jack Durburg, Executive Managing Director, CB Richard Ellis

• Daniel T. Ryan, Managing Director - Midwest Operations, Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.

• Richard Gatto, Executive Vice President, The Alter Group

• Denis De Camp, formerly Director - Global Workplace Services, Rockwell Automation

Moderator:

• Shawn Mobley, Executive Vice President, Managing Director, Grubb & Ellis

Thursday, October 2, 2008

As our industry evolves, traditional real estate services are outsourced in the context of an integrated solutions delivery network. While cost savings were an early driver, other factors drive outsourcing decisions today. How do service providers meet the demands for innovation, flexibility, quality and service? How are these factors measured and incentives given based on performance?

September 11, 2008

The annual Lessons Learned event brings together a panel of end-user corporate real estate executives who share their recent experiences with the Chapter in a lively discussion. Speakers will share their stories including managing change, balancing priorities, and using real estate market trends to exceed expectations. Learn what to do, and what NOT to do.

Speakers:

• Brian Hunter, Vice President, Real Estate & Facility Services, Sara Lee Corporation

• Alice Hogueisson, CFM, CFMJ, Global Environmental Manager, U.S. Director of Facilities, Senior Vice President, Daniel J Edelman, Inc.

• Ajay Singh, Vice President - Corporate Real Estate, United

Moderator:

• Brian Hunter, Vice President, Real Estate & Facility Services, Sara Lee Corporation

August 14, 2008

Join the Chicago chapter in Rosemont for the first of two suburban breakfast programs this year. Speakers from the industrial, retail and corporate office sectors will be on-hand to discuss how rising fuel prices and the economy are impacting corporate real estate decisions.

Points to be addressed will include the impact of rising fuel prices on:

• Transportation and logistics

• Alternative office solutions

• Carbon footprint (sustainability)

• Construction strategies